How To Correctly Apply Skincare Products

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Illustrated by Elliot Salazar.

Okay, so you've got your daily skin-care routine down: cleanser, toner, serum, moisturizer. But, have you ever stopped to think that how you apply these products is just as important as the items themselves? There is, actually, a right way to apply skin-care products to get the most out of them. Follow these guidelines for glowing, healthy skin.

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